Business Details
44 Years
experience
Expert Opticians in Oswestry for Personalised Eye Care
At S. R. Drinnan Opticians, we have dedicated ourselves to enhancing vision and safeguarding eye health across Shropshire and Denbighshire for over three decades. Established in 1982, our practice began in Llangollen before expanding to Oswestry and Ellesmere, where we have consistently delivered personalised eye care. Our team combines extensive expertise, with optometrists boasting 90 years of collective experience and dispensing opticians offering 72 years of knowledge. We prioritise comprehensive eye examinations, utilising advanced technology to detect underlying health conditions such as hypertension and diabetes.Our commitment extends beyond vision correction, offering a wide selection of designer eyewear brands, including Ray-Ban, Gucci, and Tom Ford, alongside tailored aftercare services. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment, ensuring every patient feels valued and supported throughout their eye care journey. Our partnership with Kodak Lenses guarantees access to innovative lens technology, enhancing visual clarity and vibrancy. With flexible appointment options and a focus on community engagement, we remain dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of eye health for all ages.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Children's Eyecare
Varifocal Lenses
Single Vision Lenses
Bifocal Lenses
Sun Lenses
Lens Enhancements
Free Sight Tests
Designer Eyewear
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in independent optician care.
- Our team includes optometrists with 90 years of combined expertise.
- We provide free NHS sight tests for eligible patients.
- We stock premium designer eyewear brands like Ray-Ban and Gucci.
- Our aftercare service ensures long-term satisfaction with your eyewear.
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations assess visual acuity and detect underlying health issues like diabetes. Using advanced diagnostic tools, we ensure accurate prescriptions and early identification of eye conditions. Patients receive clear guidance on maintaining optimal eye health.
Contact Lenses
We offer tailored contact lens fittings, including specialist options for astigmatism and presbyopia. Our optometrists provide detailed aftercare instructions and ongoing support to ensure comfort and safety. Patients benefit from a wide range of brands and lens types.
Designer Eyewear
Our practices stock exclusive designer eyewear brands, including Ray-Ban, Gucci, and Tom Ford. Our dispensing team ensures perfect fit and comfort while offering style advice to match individual preferences and facial structures.
Varifocal Lenses
Varifocal lenses provide seamless vision correction for multiple distances. We offer advanced designs that reduce peripheral distortion and enhance visual clarity. Patients receive expert guidance on adapting to their new lenses.
Free Sight Tests
Eligible patients can access free NHS-funded sight tests. We assess eligibility during booking and provide full transparency on any additional costs. Tests include thorough eye health evaluations and prescription updates.
People
Stephen Drinnan
Practice Owner & Optometrist
Stephen qualified as an optometrist in 1977 and founded S. R. Drinnan Opticians in 1982. He oversees clinical standards across all three practices, ensuring patients receive consistent, high-quality care rooted in decades of experience.
Nonna Drinnan
Qualified Optician
Nonna specialises in scotopic sensitivity testing and brings expertise from her teaching background. She plays a key role in patient consultations, focusing on dyslexia-related visual assessments and personalised eyewear solutions.
Sandesh Kumar
Optometrist
Sandesh graduated from the University of Manchester in 2007 and has over a decade of clinical experience. He leads enhanced service pathways, including glaucoma assessments and post-cataract surgery evaluations, at the Whitchurch practice.
Questions
Are NHS-funded sight tests available?
Yes, eligibility depends on age, medical history, and other factors. Contact our Oswestry, Ellesmere, or Llangollen branches for details.
What designer eyewear brands do you stock?
We offer Ray-Ban, Gucci, Tom Ford, Hugo Boss, and Calvin Klein frames, with new collections added regularly.
Do you provide aftercare for new glasses?
Yes, our dispensing team ensures proper fit and offers tips for adapting to new lenses, with follow-up appointments available.
Can you help with children's eye health?
Our practices offer dedicated children's eyecare services, including vision screening and sports eyewear tailored to young patients.
How do I book an eye examination?
Call your nearest branch or use our online booking system to schedule a comprehensive eye test with our experienced optometrists.
